Job Description

Job Title: Procurement Clerk - Civil Engineering
Location: Blackheath, Cape Town
A leading construction company is looking for an experienced Procurement Clerk with strong experience in civil engineering to join their team in Blackheath, Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to ensure that materials for projects are obtained on schedule and within budget, by sourcing the most cost-effective and appropriate materials. If you have experience in procurement and a passion for the construction industry, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:

• Provide prices for all materials included in project plans and drawings.
• Identify potential suppliers and new products.
• Contact a range of suppliers and sub-contractors to obtain quotations and agree on delivery times.
• Ensure orders are authorized by the General Manager before proceeding.
• Keep detailed records and maintain a well-organized work schedule.
• Assess the reliability of sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Deal effectively with challenges regarding suppliers and the flow of materials.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environment requirements of materials and services.
• Provide advice to the project estimator on the predicted cost of individual items.
• Liaise closely with the estimator at the tendering stage to ensure an accurate project cost is provided.
• Prepare and maintain cost reports to maximize efficiency within the business.
• Negotiate and agree on the most favorable terms with suppliers once a contract has been secured.
• Generate Purchase Orders on the financial system and process them according to ISO Work Instruction.
• Capture and reconcile delivery notes on the financial system.
• Send claims to client representatives for authorization.
• Keep the relevant filing system up to date.
• Assist with general administration duties and data capturing as required.
• Ensure relevant financial systems are updated at all times.
• Upon receipt of a BOQ, initiate sourcing prices that adhere to the relevant tender.
• Provide support to the Contract Manager regarding tender requirements if required.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of post-graduation experience in a similar position, with experience in operations preferred.
• Understanding of construction processes and methodologies.
• Experience with BuildSmart Accounting software is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Professional demeanor.
• Fully bilingual.
• Proactive, practical, logical, methodical, resourceful, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
• Self-motivated to learn new concepts and participate in new projects.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary that is negotiable based on experience.
• Permanent, office-based contract.
• Pension Fund contribution (10%) upon successful completion of the probation period.
• 15 working days of annual leave per annum, with a forced shutdown in December.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
Apply for this role today, contact Justin Peach at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.co.za or email us your CV: manufacturing@rpo-recruit.za.com.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.